The Philadelphia 76ers finally did it. After three years of relentless tanking they have finally secured the worst record in the league. Now, with five games remaining they have a different goal. Win just one game or go down as one of the worst teams in NBA history. Currently their record stands at 9-68 with five games to play. The NBA record for fewest wins in an 82 game season is held by the 1973 76ers.
Putting the futility of the 76ers in context is difficult but not impossible. Last year the New Orleans Pelicans won 45 games and secured the eighth and final playoff spot.